Lions, Sharks & Ants – Top of Food Chain
By onthehouse on April 15, 2014
Question
I’ve heard that certain types of ants eat termites/eggs. Is this true? If so, would you want to keep that type around?
Coleen
Answer
Ants are a common natural predator of termites. Ants often attack and take over entire termite colonies. Fire ants, legionary ants, and wood ants all prey on chimney building and wood dwelling termites. Some ants inhabit conquered colonies of termites and are often mistakenly blamed for damage to homes. By the way, nematodes are also a great way to rid your property of termites. Nematodes can be purchased on line
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